DHC-8 100 / 200 / 300 Series Certified Lithium-ion Aircraft Battery Upgrade DHC-8-300
Less Weight. Less Maintenance. More Power. More Profit. TB44 Certified Lithium-ion Aircraft Battery The TB44 Certified Lithium-ion Aircraft Battery features the most sophisticated lithium-ion chemistry available, providing DHC-8 operators with an unmatched advantage of increased power, reduced weight, extended useful life, 2-year maintenance intervals, lower direct operating cost and higher profit potential. The intelligent battery system s Nanophosphate lithium-ion cells provide 3x the energy per kilogram and are rated up to 10,000 cycles, per cell. This results in a battery solution that is 56 80 pounds (35 43%) lighter than NiCad and lead-acid alternatives. Safety is addressed on multiple levels, including chemistry, cell design, containment and the integration of electronic protections. The TB44 is a smart pack engineered to protect against overcharge, over-discharge, over-current, short circuit, over-temperature and under-temperature. Ideal for high utilization and rugged environments, the TB44 starts the aircraft s engine quickly and offers superior hot and cold weather performance. Product Comparison Two Batteries Per Aircraft Battery Technology Voltage Output Capacity (1C rate) Weight Maintenance Useful Life TB44 Lithium-ion 26.4 VDC 46 amp-hour 51.7 pounds 2 years 8 years (average) Lead-acid 24 VDC 42 amp-hour 92 pounds Annual 2 4 years Nickel-cadmium 24 VDC 44 amp-hour 80 pounds 200 400 hours 5 10 years
DHC-8 Certified Lithium-ion Aircraft Battery Upgrade Operational Value + Reduces empty weight and increases useful load 56 80 pounds less when compared to NiCad and lead-acid + Significantly reduced maintenance cost 2-year maintenance intervals + Superior high temperature and cold weather performance -40 C to +70 C (-40 F to +158 F) + Reduces DHC-8 fuel and maintenance costs Up to $5,000 per year per aircraft when compared to NiCad batteries + Total value of all cost savings and benefits Potential to exceed $25,000 per year per aircraft when compared to NiCad batteries + Reduces carbon dioxide emissions Up to 3 tons / year / aircraft when compared to NiCad batteries Installation of (2) TB44 Certified Lithium-ion Batteries in DHC-8-200 aircraft Benefits + Significant weight savings + 8 years (average) useful life + Reduced direct operating costs less fuel less maintenance less ground personnel less infrastructure + Reduced turn times + Improved flight performance + Increased dispatch reliability + Increased engine & component life + Faster engine starts + Increased useful load more cargo more passengers more baggage more fuel + Increased customer satisfaction + No specialized test equipment required + Zero carbon emissions + Rapid recharge + Built-in, automatic heater + Intelligent ARINC communication
True Blue Power Lithium-ion batteries are a significant upgrade from heavy, maintenance intensive NiCad batteries. The simple modification has clear financial benefits that quickly translate to the bottom line. Cost Benefit Analysis: DHC-8-100 (10-year period, MARR 10%) NiCad Battery True Blue Power Certified Lithium-ion Battery Weight Savings Rated Capacity Initial Battery, Kit and Installation Costs Replacement Time Replacement Costs (present worth) 0 pounds 2 x 40 amp-hour $14,850 10 years $5,725 56 pounds 2 x 46 amp-hour $30,000 8 years (average) $9,610 Scenario Normal Ops Short Haul Normal Ops Short Haul Average Flight Time 1.25 hour 0.75 hour 1.25 hour 0.75 hour Flight Hours 2,250 / year 1,800 / year 2,250 / year 1,800 / year Battery Weight Fuel Cost $3,820 / year $2,560 / year $2,480 / year $1,660 / year Battery Maintenance Costs $4,690 / year $3,750 / year $300 / year $300 / year Initial, Replacement, Fuel and - $72,850 - $59,350 - $56,700 - $51,680 Maintenance Costs (present worth) Normal Ops Short Haul Total Cost Savings over NiCad (present worth) CO 2 Reduction Cargo Revenue Rate Annual Cargo Revenue due to Weight Savings (realized 25% of flights) Total Value of Costs and Benefits (present worth) Total Value of Costs and Benefits (annuity) $16,150 3 tons / year $1 / pounds / flight $25,200 $170,000 $27,500 / year $7,670 3 tons / year $.50 / pounds / flight $16,800 $110,000 $17,800 / year
TB44 Technical Specifications CAPACITY 46 amp-hour 10.87 CHARGE VOLTAGE 28 VDC nominal OUTPUT VOLTAGE 26.4 VDC nominal OPERATING TEMPERATURE -40 C to 70 C (-40 F to 158 F) 10.48 11.71 WEIGHT 51.7 pounds MAINTENANCE 2-year maintenance interval Heater Switch Vent Quick Disconnect Receptacle TECHNOLOGY Nanophosphate lithium-ion cell chemistry from A123 Systems, LLC 11.02±0.02 10.14 RTD Temp. Connector PROTECTION Overcharge, over-discharge, over-current, short circuit, over- and under-temperature MONITORING ARINC 429 and analog data to the cockpit CASE Powder-coated steel, built to withstand 35 PSI pulse 9.6 Communications/ Service Connector CERTIFICATION FAA TSO and EASA ETSO Certified TCCA Supplemental Type Certified RTCA DO-311, DO-160G, DO-178B Qualified UNDOT / IATA Certified Annunciation Control Unit The MD41-1844 is a compact, self-contained Annunciation Control Unit (ACU). The fully integrated control unit provides annunciation for True Blue Power TB44 battery systems. It combines the necessary functions and annunciations required to interface with an approved system. MD41-1844 Highlighted features include long-life LEDs used for all lighting, internally backlit selection switch, daylight readable, deadfront inactive annunciations and automatic dimming. An external dimming adjustment is provided for balancing low-level light conditions.
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